Sunday, June 16, 2024

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Israeli Politician Quotes Hitler to Argue for Resettlement of Gaza

"In what kind of society can one openly advocate policies modeled on Hitler's conduct? In a society that feels complete impunity due to America's protection," one foreign policy expert said.

By Olivia Rosane



'Unconscionable': Prosecution of Arundhati Roy Sanctioned Under Indian Anti-Terror Law

"This is horrifying—a clear case of political persecution by an authoritarian government," one of Roy's publishers wrote.

By Olivia Rosane



'There Has to Be a Fight': How Workers Can Start Winning the Class War in 2024 and Beyond

"Why are working class people apathetic about politics? Because politics is completely dominated by corporations."

By Jon Queally



93 Nations Back ICC as Israel Faces Charges for War Crimes in Gaza

A joint statement calls on "all States to ensure full co-operation with the Court for it to carry out its important mandate of ensuring equal justice for all victims of genocide, war crimes, [and] crimes against humanity."

By Jon Queally



'Our Leaders Are Not Leading': Groups Decry Yet Another G7 Climate Failure

"If these embattled leaders want to leave a lasting legacy, they need to heed the will of voters demanding a safe environment and climate," one campaigner asserted.

By Brett Wilkins



'Scandalous': G7 Nations Spend 62 Times More on Military Than Humanitarian Aid

"More must be invested in eradicating poverty and fostering peace and development, not fueling war and destruction," said one campaigner.

By Brett Wilkins


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■ Opinion


In Remembrance of James Lawson, a Force for Good and Champion of Peace

We at the Fellowship of Reconciliation, where he worked for many years, are blessed to have counted the civil rights leader among our core team of organizers. It is with reverence that we remember his life and time with us.

By Ethan Vesely-Flad


Does Samuel Alito Have a Point?

Should our country return to a place of godliness? Not if the god in question is wielding a sword, or has his finger on the nuclear button.

By Robert C. Koehler


Biden Should Be Clear: Corporations Are to Blame for High Prices

Biden has not condemned specific corporations publicly, or threatened them with specific actions unless they lower their prices.

By Robert Reich


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